Filipino furniture designer Betty Cobonpue has since the 1980s created imaginative contemporary pieces, including her now-famous sculptural furniture made from laminated rattan vines, a technique she pioneered and for which her Scultura collection achieved renown.
Cobonpue studied interior and industrial design in New York before returning to Cebu in the Philippines. While she worked as an interior designer in New York for a short time, furniture design proved to be her overarching passion. By 1971, frustrated by multiple companies and designers copying her work, Cobonpue set up shop with a handful of carpenters in her backyard in Cebu to have full control over her products.
She was particularly inspired by the shape of a Chinese barrel and, with the help of her best carpenter, created a ribbon-like sash. Cobonpue’s designs follow a “no hard-edge” philosophy started by that first rattan ribbon. Every piece flows and contours around itself, giving each lounge chair a sense of inviting comfort and each center table a reinforced sturdiness.
Cobonpue passed on her company to her son, furniture designer Kenneth Cobonpue. The pair continue to collaborate on projects that are in demand with collectors for their distinctive shapes and inviting materials.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of Betty Cobonpue building and garden elements, seating, tables and more.
Pair of Betty Cobonpue Sculptural Split Reed Rattan Low Lounge Chairs
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Pair of Betty Cobonpue Sculptural Split Reed Rattan Low Lounge Chairs. In good condition with some reed losses at the base of chairs.
Reed
Extraordinary Pair of Art Deco Style Loungers by Betty Cobonpue, circa 1980
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent pair of rare lounge chairs is unique on the market. They are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professional...
Rattan
Unique Sculptural Mirror by Betty Cobonpue – “Sculptura” Collection
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare Sculptural Mirror by Betty Cobonpue – “Scultura” Collection (matching console available separately) A striking sculptural wall mirror from the iconic Scultura collection by Fil...
Rattan, Mirror, Wood
Breathtaking Trompe L'oiel Dining or Center Table Base by Betty Cobonpue
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Atlanta, GA
A remarkable Tromp L'oiel style dining or center table by the visionary Betty Cobonpue, circa 1980. Steamed reed rattan with a stunning ribbon detail over solid mahogany construction...
Rattan, Mahogany
Captivating Art Nouveau Influenced Rattan Palm Frond Console by Betty Cobonpue
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent console table is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation read...
Rattan, Mahogany
Betty Cobonpue Mid Century Rattan Credenza
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Betty Cobonpue Mid Century Rattan Credenza This credenza measures: 69.5 wide x 19.25 deep x 31.5 inches high Great Vintage Condition - Minor Discoloration on Top Surface. Doors are...
Rattan
Fabulous Coastal Modern Pair Betty Cobonpue Barrel Back Wicker Lounge Chairs
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous Coastal Modern pair of signed Betty Cobonpue wicker barrel back lounge chairs. These are very rare and hardly ever seen for sale in the marketplace. Betty Cobonpue, create...
Wicker, Wood
Betty Cobonpue Sculptural Split Reed Rattan Chaise Lounge
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous sculptural Organic Modern split reed rattan chaise lounge In the manner of Gabriella Crespi By Betty Cobonpue Circa 1980s Measures: 24"W x 68.5"D x 40"H. Seat height: ...
Rattan, Reed
Betty Cobonpue Sculptural Split Reed Rattan Chaise Lounges, Pair
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of sculptural organic modern split reed rattan chaise lounges By Betty Cobonpue 1980s Measures: 25.5"W x 71"D x 38.5"H. Seat height: 12". Very good origin...
Rattan, Reed
Extraordinary Set of 8 Trompe L'oiel Dining Chairs by Betty Cobonpue, circa 1980
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and installation ready. Expert...
Bamboo, Mahogany
Betty Cobonpue Sculptural Split Reed Rattan Chaise Lounges, Pair
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of sculptural Organic Modern split reed rattan chaise lounges By Betty Cobonpue Circa 1980s Measures: 23.75" W x 77" D x 33" H. Seat height: 13". Very goo...
Rattan
Extraordinary Trompe L'oiel Dining or Centre Table by Betty Cobonpue, circa 1980
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Atlanta, GA
A remarkable Tromp L'oiel style dining or center table by the wickedly Talented Betty Cobonpue, circa 1980. Steamed reed rattan with a stunning ribbon detail over solid mahogany cons...
Rattan, Mahogany
Majestic Restored Rattan Emperors Seat by Betty Cobonpue, circa 1980
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Atlanta, GA
A remarkable Emperors seat by the wickedly Talented Betty Cobonpue, circa 1980. Steamed reed rattan with a stunning detail over solid mahogany constructi...
Rattan, Mahogany
Extraordinary Set of 14 Trompe L'oiel Arm Dining Chairs by Cobonpue, circa 1980
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and installation ready. Expert...
Bamboo, Mahogany
Extraordinary Set of 12 Trompe L'oiel Dining Chairs by Cobonpue, circa 1980
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and installation ready. Expert...
Bamboo, Mahogany
$2,869Sale Price|20% Off
H 25.99 in W 29.14 in D 3.94 in
Contemporary Unique 'Al Fresco' Mirror by Superpoly
By Superpoly
Located in Copenhagen, DK
During their residency at the Palazzo Monti, French design duo Superpoly were inspired by the large Italian family-style dinners they had with the fellow artists and designers, which paved the way to the creation of this mirror, encircled with the reminiscence of those evenings: a reaching hand, part of a shellfish and a lemon slice.
Cotton, Mirror
Mid-Century Credenza by Founders
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern long cabinet by Founders with parquet diamond style front panels. Two side cabinets with shelves and middle drawers. Great 1960s design and construction. Please co...
Walnut
Pair of Art Deco Club Chairs Argentina, circa 1935
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Elegant pair of fabulous Art Deco Club chairs. Brought back from Argentina this pair is in fabulous condition. Corded fabric has mellowed to a charcoal grey. Some fading has occurred...
Cord, Oak
$6,800Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 29.5 in W 27.5 in D 35.5 in
Pair of Ficks Reed Rattan Lounge Club Chair Ottoman, John Wisner Campaign Style
By Ficks Reed, John Wisner
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely pair Ficks Reed rattan Campaign style lounge or club chairs plus one ottoman with interesting brass cap accents by John Wisner for the Far Horiz...
Upholstery, Rattan
French Art Nouveau Gilt Console Table
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
French Art Nouveau giltwood console table circa 1900, a sculptural piece of furniture that expresses the artistry of the period when every aspect of interior design was an opportunit...
Marble
Mid-Century Modern Mirrored Credenza
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning vintage modern credenza features ample room behind its four cabinet doors. A mirrored front and top makes this a unique addition...
Brass
Sculptural Contemporary Brutalist Mirror
Located in New York, NY
A sculptural contemporary Brutalist mirror. Patinated metal frame.
Metal
Striking Sculptural Octopus Gilt Bronze Center or Dining Table
Located in Rome, IT
Modern gilt bronze dining or center table in the shape of an octopus. The glass top can be custom-made on request. Dimensions of the sculpture is height 77 cm diameter 115 cm. Glas...
Bronze
Mid-Century Modern Lane Credenza
By Lane Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous vintage modern credenza by Lane featuring nine drawers total with sleek metal handles. This piece is made with a beautiful mix of ros...
Rosewood, Walnut
$18,532
H 49.22 in W 49.22 in D 4.73 in
Unique Oversized Sunburst Mirror in Carved Giltwood by Francisco Hurtado, 1940s
By Francisco Hurtado
Located in Barcelona, ES
One of a kind Oversized Sunburst Starburst Mirror in Carved Giltwood Manufactured by Francisco Hurtado, Spain, 1940-1950. Francisco Hurtado was an spanish cabinet maker from the mid-...
Gold Leaf
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Credenza
By Tobia Scarpa
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful Rosewood Credenza with removable hutch. Partly solid and veneered. Hutch is removable and has two glass sliding doors. Bottom credenza has four sliding doors, 4 drawers and...
Metal, Chrome
Art Nouveau console table, Portugal, 1910s
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
Elegant console table in pure Art Nouveau style, 1910’s Has a brass plaque indicating the manufacturer: "Lusitana Marcenaria" based in Coimbra, Portugal, founded in 1911 Very good co...
Wood
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H 16.75 in W 46 in D 32 in
Betty Cobonpue Scultura Collection Split Reed Rattan Coffee or Cocktail Table
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous sculptural Organic Modern white lacquered split reed rattan coffee table or cocktail table By Betty Cobonpue, "Scultura Collection" USA, Circa 1980s Measures: 46"W x 32...
Rattan, Reed, Lacquer
Restored Sculptural Split Reed Rattan Lounge Chair by Betty Cobonpue
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A gorgeous sculptural organic Post modern split reed rattan lounge chair with matching ottoman By Betty Cobonpue circa 1980 . This rare set includes the rounded "Scultura" looped fo...
Rattan
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H 35.44 in W 64.57 in D 33.86 in
Rare Vintage Sculptural Pencil Reed & Wood Sofa by Betty Cobonpue, Usa 1980s
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Hastings, GB
A rare sculptural pencil reed & wood sofa by Betty Cobonpue, USA 1980s. From her 'Scultura' range. There's not a bad angle on this beauty. Seat cushion has its original self-pattern...
Fabric, Cane, Reed, Wood
Betty Cobonpue Sculptural Split Reed Storage Chest, 1980s
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Round Rock, TX
Offered is a lovely sculptural split reed storage chest/trunk designed by Betty Cobonpue for her "Scultura" line produced in the 1980s. Cobonpues' design philosophy was simple: no...
Reed, Mahogany
Betty Cobonpue Sculptural Split Reed Decorative/Jewelry Box, 1980s
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Round Rock, TX
Offered is a lovely sculptural split reed decorative box designed by Betty Cobonpue for her "Scultura" line produced in the 1980s. This could also function as a jewelry box. Cobon...
Reed, Mahogany
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H 18 in W 19.25 in D 19.25 in
Betty Cobonpue Sculptural Split Reed Lidded Storage Chest or Side Table, 1980s
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Round Rock, TX
Offered is a lovely sculptural split reed small storage chest or side table designed by Betty Cobonpue for her "Scultura" line produced in the 1980...
Reed, Mahogany
Sculptural Pencil Reed Rattan Dining Table Base by Betty Cobonpue
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Trompe L'oiel Dining Table Base by Betty Cobonpue, circa 1980. Absolutely stunning piece. Pencil reed rattan ribbon encircles the pedestal base. Warm aged patina on rattan. Wo...
Bamboo, Wood
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H 34 in W 23 in D 52 in
Restored Sculptural Split Reed Rattan Lounge Chair with Ottoman by Betty Cobonp
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A gorgeous sculptural organic modern split reed rattan lounge chair with ottoman By Betty Cobonpue 1980's Chair measures: 23.5" W x 52" D x 33.5" H. Seat height: 18" Ottoman measures...
Rattan
Sculpture Series wooden table by Betty Cobonpue, 1980s
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Quarrata, IT
Sculpture Series wooden table by Betty Cobonpue, 1980s. Marked on the table top.
Wood
Artisan Sculptural Pencil Reed Rattan Dining or Center Table
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Trompe L'oiel Dining Table Base by Betty Cobonpue, circa 1980. Absolutely stunning piece. Pencil reed rattan ribbon encircles the pedestal base. Warm aged patina on rattan. Wo...
Bamboo, Wood
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H 34 in W 22 in D 26 in
Betty Cobonpue Scultura Pencil Reed Rattan and Boucle Dining Chairs, Set of 4
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Miami, FL
Set of four, 1980s bentwood pencil reed rattan and boucle dining chairs. These vintage chairs retain their original tags and are part of the Scultura li...
Rattan, Bentwood
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H 17 in W 50 in D 38 in
Restored Betty Cobonpue Organic Modern Ribbon Stick Reed Rattan Cocktail Table
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Modern bent reed rattan "Ribbon" cocktail/ coffee table, attributed to Betty Cobonpue (Filipina, 20th c.), from the Scultura line with an organic waterfall d...
Rattan